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REAs SAT test prep features an in-depth subject review of all areas tested on the revised exam: Critical Reading, Sentence Completion, Writing & Math! The chapter reviews are packed with exam insights and test-specific strategies designed to raise your score.
Build your test skills with REAs 4 full-length practice tests. Each test is carefully derived from the most recently administered new SAT exam. Every practice test question is thoroughly explained for greater understanding of the SAT subject matter and format.
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- Completely revised for the NEW SAT
- Includes coverage of the Algebra II and the all-new Writing section
- 4 Full-Length Practice Exams
- Concentrated Subject Reviews that hone test skills and max study efforts
- Thoroughly Detailed Explanations for all practice exam questions
- Dynamic Diagnostic Test that pinpoints strengths and weaknesses
- Harness Your Word Power - We take what you know and pull it all together for deeper vocabulary understanding
- Packed with Test-Taking Strategies, Powerhouse Drills & Schedule Guidelines
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Study Smarter for the SAT® with Your Total SAT® Solution REAs test prep is the best way for high school students to prepare for the SAT® and raise their test scores.
Our review chapters cover all the subjects tested on the SAT®: Critical Reading, Sentence Completion, Writing, and Math. Drills and practice questions in each chapter help you assess your skills and gauge your test-readiness.
The book includes a diagnostic test plus four full-length practice tests that replicate the exams question format and timing. Two of the books practice exams are featured on our TestWare® CD with the most powerful scoring and diagnostic tools available today. Automatic scoring and instant reports help you zero in on the topics and types of questions that give you trouble now, so youll succeed when it counts.
Our detailed explanations of answers help you identify your strengths and weaknesses. We dont just say which answers are right - we also explain why the other answer choices are incorrect - so youll be prepared on test day.
This complete SAT® package also includes a section on choosing the right college. Written by a guidance counselor, this special chapter gives you helpful information about applying to colleges.
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Synopsis
Fully updated for the New SAT! In-depth reviews cover Critical Reading, Sentence Completion, Writing & Math! Features 4 full-length practice tests plus 2 full-length, timed, computerized exams. Software has SSD functionality to accommodate students with disabilities. Practice test questions are thoroughly explained for greater SAT understanding.
DETAILS
- In-depth subject reviews
- 4 Full-Length Practice Exams & 2 computerized exams with SSD functionality and detailed diagnostics
- Detailed explanations to practice exam questions
- Diagnostic Test
- Packed with strategies, drills & schedule tips
- Bonus College Guide
- System Requirements: Windows 98 or later, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher, 64 MB RAM
About the Author
Michael McIrvin is a freelance writer and editor with undergraduate degrees in English and Anthropology and a Masters in Literary Criticism from the University of Wyoming. He is also a former university teacher of literature and writing, both creative and expository, and the author of several poetry collections, an essay collection, and a novel.
Adel Arshaghi, M.S.
Curriculum Researcher
Johnson City, TN
Mel H. Friedman, Master of Science degree in Mathematics from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, N.J. He is currently teaching mathematics courses fulll-time at Kutztown University in Kutztown, Pa. His work experience includes nearly 40 years of teaching mathematics at both the high school and college levels. He has also authored or co-authored books on SAT preparation and courses such as algebra, trigonometry, probability, and statistics. As a Mathematics Consultant, he has also written test items for the American College Testing Program.
Sally Wood, M.S., served thirty-two years at Aurora High School in Aurora, Missouri, as an English and French instructor and a counselor. She has taught Advanced Placement and dual-credit courses, and counseled with college-bound students on such topics as academic preparation, test-taking, college admissions, and financial aid. She currently freelances as a proofreader, editor, and test-item writer for several U.S. and foreign companies.
Michael Lee, M.A.T., teaches literature and expository writing at Hunterdon Central Regional High School. In 1996, he began his teaching career as an adjunct professor at Mercer County Community College, where he still teaches composition on a part-time basis. He has taught verbal SAT preparation for a number of tutoring services and test prep companies, among them Educational Services Center and ClubZ.
Table of Contents
MEET OUR AUTHORS
ABOUT RESEARCH & EDUCATION ASSOCIATION
SAT INDEPENDENT STUDY SCHEDULE
CHAPTER 1 MASTERING THE SAT
The Best Test Prep with the Best TestWare®
The SAT At-a-Glance
About the Test
How to Use This Book and TestWare®
Format of the SATPrepping for Your Study Reviews
Scoring the Practice SAT Exams
Scoring Worksheet
Score Conversion ChartWriting Score Conversion Chart
Studying for the SAT
Proven Test-Taking Tips and Strategies
Your Test-Day Checklist
During the TestAfter the Test
CHAPTER 2 A DIAGNOSTIC TEST
SAT Diagnostic Test
Diagnostic Test Answer Key
Detailed Explanations of Answers
CHAPTER 3 BASIC VERBAL SKILLS REVIEW
Mastering VocabularyAdditional VocabularyMastering Word Parts
Verbal Drills Answer Key CHAPTER 4 MASTERING SENTENCE COMPLETION QUESTIONSAbout the Directions
About the Questions
Points to Remember
Mastering Sentence Completion Questions
Sentence Completion Drills Answer Key
CHAPTER 5 MASTERING READING COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
Mastering Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
About the DirectionsIdentifying Passage and Question Types
About the QuestionsMastering Reading Comprehension Questions
Points to RememberApplying the Steps to a Long Passage
Reading Comprehension Drills Answer Key
CHAPTER 6 MASTERING THE SAT WRITING SECTIONS
I. Writing
Mastering Usage Questions
Kinds of Usage Errors
Mastering Sentence Correction Questions
Mastering Paragraph Improvement Questions
II. Mastering the EssayPrewriting/Planning
Writing Your Essay
Effective Use of Language
Proofreading CHAPTER 7 MASTERING BASIC MATH SKILLSReference Table
I. Arithmetic
Arithmetic Drills Answer KeyII. AlgebraAlgebra Drills Answer Key
III. GeometryGeometry Drills Answer KeyIV. Word Problems
Word Problem Drills Answer Key
CHAPTER 8 MASTERING REGULAR MATH QUESTIONS
About the Directions
About the QuestionsMastering Arithmetic QuestionsMastering Algebra Questions
Mastering Geometry Questions
Points to Remember
Mastering Regular Math QuestionsRegular Math Drills Answer Key CHAPTER 9 MASTERING STUDENT-PRODUCED RESPONSE QUESTIONSAbout the Directions
About the Questions
Mastering Arithmetic QuestionsMastering Algebra Questions
Mastering Geometry QuestionsPoints to Remember
Mastering Student-Produced Response QuestionsStudent-Produced Response Drills Answer Key
PRACTICE TEST 1
Test 1
Test 1 Answer Key
Detailed Explanations of Answers
PRACTICE TEST 2Test 2Test 2 Answer Key
Detailed Explanations of Answers
PRACTICE TEST 3
Test 3
Test 3 Answer Key
Detailed Explanations of Answers
PRACTICE TEST 4Test 4
Test 4 Answer KeyDetailed Explanations of Answers
APPENDIX A LIST OF 125 COMMON AND IMPORTANT PREFIXES, SUFFIXES, AND ROOTS
APPENDIX B HOW TO CHOOSE A COLLEGE
INDEX INSTALLING REAs TestWare®